Several vs Severall
Learn correct “several” vs incorrect “severall.”
severall
Incorrect spelling - Severall adds an extra “l” and is wrong.
"severall" is a common misspelling of "several". Always use "several" when referring to the correct word.
several
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
Several means more than two but not many.
Definition of several
"several": Several means more than two but not many.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for several
- • various
- • multiple
Usage Examples
"Correct:" I have several questions.
"Correct:" They visited several cities.
"Correct:" She made several attempts.
"Incorrect:" I have severall questions.
"Incorrect:" They visited severall cities.
Notes:
- • Only one 'l' at the end.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Several.
Q: Is 'severall' correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: More than two but not many.
Q: Example?
A: Several choices.
Q: Tip?
A: Ends with single 'l' only.
Summary
""Several" is correct; 'severall' is spelled with an unnecessary extra 'l'."